Rental Rates

Out-of-season pricing and short breaks available

Linen included

About this property

One of 7 Beautiful Cottages in Stunning Countryside. This cottage/gite is in a rural setting.

This stunning former monastery has been transformed into a child-friendly holiday retreat. Located between the historic towns of Saintes and St-Jean-d'Angely and a few minutes from village facilities. It makes an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area or simply relaxing. Seven well appointed cottages with 12 x 6m heated and floodlit pool, games room and play area.

The grounds are fully enclosed with a grassed central area which provides a secure environment for children and promotes a village green atmosphere. Complimentary welcome drinks evening and optional group meal event held weekly during high season make Le Vieux Monastere a sociable, friendly environment.

Gauguin is one of 7 Luxury cottages:Two bedrooms, linen included. There is a dishwasher, washing machine, sat tv, dvd player, iPod docking station and internet access. Private patio and terrace with bbq. Babysitting available and secure for children.

Stunning location, near La Rochelle, Ile de Ré and Cognac. Please see our other 6 properties on the same complex.

Fully Catered Activity Weeks. For those wishing to sample the delights of Le Vieux Monastere and its beautiful surroundings we also provide fully catered activity holidays in May, June and September. Themed weeks may include painting, arts & crafts, wine tasting, walking, cycling and photography. Your hosts and course facilitators will be on hand to ensure that you have a creative and fun break. See our website below for more details

Location and activities

Located between the historic towns of Saintes and St-Jean-d'Angely, and a few minutes from village facilities, it makes an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area or simply relaxing. 12 x 6m heated and floodlit pool.

Mornac-sur-Seudre

Visit the beautiful town of Mornac-sur-Seudre. Full of galleries and workshops. Watch artisans at work and an opportunity to shop for those holiday souvenirs.

Nature Lovers

Jardins du Monde at Royan.
Numerous bird and nature reserves. Marais Poitevin, with its canals, dams and water meadows. Walks by the Charente river

Nearest port

St Malo 4hrs drive

Nearest restaurant

Village 3km

Saintes

Visit the Roman town of Saintes for its huge daily market and cobbled streets of the shopping area.

Sporting Activities

St -Jean- d 'Angely

Fabulous local restaurant in St-Jean-d'Angely and the surrounding villages and countryside. Whether top notch restaurants in St-Jean-d'Angely or a rustic location set on the beautiful riverbank of the Charente, there is plenty to suit all tastes.

Wine regions of Bordeaux

Day trip to the world famous wine regions of Bordeaux, St Emilion and the Medoc for stocking up on wine.